COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER

DEFINITIONUnder general direction, plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, and manages construction and engineering activities relating to City infrastructure development and repair projects; develops and coordinates construction projects and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory policies related to design and construction; and performs related duties as assigned.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives general direction from the Community Development Director. Exercises technical and functional direction over and provides training to lower-level staff.CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThis classification is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the construction and engineering activities of the Community Development Departments infrastructure projects. Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the program. Employees serve as a specialist, liaison, and advocate for the program, with regular contact and interactions with City senior management positions, other public agencies, public and private community organizations, regulatory and governmental agencies, and members of the public. 

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the typical functions of the job. Plans, develops, administers, implements, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Citys construction and engineering activities. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the program; recommends within department policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Develops, administers, and oversees program budget(s); determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; conducts studies to forecast spending and cost benefits for assigned special projects and potential services; monitors expenditures and submits invoices for supplies and equipment; ensures compliance with budgeted funding. Identifies, evaluates, and secures grant funding by preparing and submitting compelling applications, and oversees awarded grants to ensure compliance and alignment with the Citys strategic vision and project goals. Strategically plan and envision City projects several years in advance, aligning with long-term community goals and infrastructure needs. Supports all phases of project development for various streets, traffic control, water and sewer facilities, or related projects, including preparation and tracking of development budgets, planning, and entitlement; oversees and directs design consultants, as well as procurement, bidding, contracting, and construction administration processes; oversees and directs project closeout and post-construction evaluations. Develops requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; negotiates contracts; administers contracts to ensure compliance with City specifications and service quality; prepares specifications and cost estimates for Public Works projects; monitors contracted staff to ensure compliance with contract specifications, rules, and policies. Continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement. Plans, manages, organizes, controls, and supervises construction projects; conducts field inspections of projects to ensure contract compliance; prepares and reviews construction schedules, schedules of values, change orders, and prices. Participates in plan review; evaluates compliance with laws, ordinances, and acceptable engineering standards; coordinates design plans to meet accessibility standards within public right-of-way. Serves as liaison for assigned functions with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces, as required. Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Community Development Director; prepares reports and correspondence concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepares statistical reports as required; establishes and maintains of working and official program files; ensures the proper documentation of operations and activities. Reviews the work of staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Represents the City in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, and the public. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of construction and engineering. Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval. Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to complaints and inquiries from citizens, other departments, and agencies. Ensures staff observe and comply with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of: Principles and practices of leadership. Principles of providing functional direction and training. Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly. Principles and practices of budget development and administration. Principles and practices of contract administration and management.  General principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. Construction and engineering principles, methods, and practices as applied to public works, including planning, development, design, and construction. Record keeping and purchasing procedures. Principles of budgetary administration and control. Methods and practices of public works construction management. Proper use of construction materials and equipment. Safety requirements and procedures pertaining to work practices. Principles and practices of public agency contract negotiation, administration, project management and evaluation. Principles and methods of cost estimating and evaluating appropriate construction materials for projects. Business information systems principles including design and related software applications. Mathematics through trigonometry as applied to land surveying and pertinent standard engineering calculations. Specialized equipment and technology used in surveying including surveying instruments, scanner, plotter, computed assisted drafting, geographic information systems and associated software, and/or database programs. Complex arithmetic and statistical techniques. Research methods and techniques. Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned program. Record keeping principles and procedures. Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols Techniques for providing a high level of customer service, by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.  The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. Ability to: Plan, organize, oversee, develop, implement, and administer a comprehensive construction and engineering program. Develop and implement long-range plans for City projects, demonstrating the ability to anticipate future needs and envision complex initiatives years ahead of execution, ensuring sustainable growth and resource optimization. Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards. Effectively provide staff leadership and work direction.  Prepare and administer budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner. Coordinate and manage assigned projects and programs. Conduct strategic planning for assigned projects. Advance and oversee the implementation of solutions to difficult construction-related problems. Detect and locate faulty materials and work and determine the stage of construction during which defects are most easily found and remedied. Read and interpret construction and engineering plans and specifications. Direct and maintain multiple projects simultaneously consisting of a variety of contractual activity in multiple areas. Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.  Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Prepare, maintain, and update accurate detailed records and files. Interpret and evaluate statistical data. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Effectively represent the division and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, documentation, and other written materials. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. Education and Experience:Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education:Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, business or public administration, or a related field. Experience:Three (3) years of engineering experience including at least two (2) years of related experience in a municipal agency. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Drivers License, to be maintained throughout employment. The possession of or the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license is desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhen assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress.  The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 40 pounds or heavier, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSEmployees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confined workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.WORKING CONDITIONSCity employees are expected to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays as required to accommodate the Citys needs, in addition to responding as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 

Information :

• Company : City of Imperial (CA)
• Position : COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER
• Location : California
• Country : US